2009 Hyundai Terracan vs. 2001 MCC Smart

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC Smart would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 MCC Smart. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 399 kg more than 2001 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 MCC Smart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC Smart. (89 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC Smart. 2001 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Hyundai Terracan 2001 MCC Smart
Make Hyundai MCC
Model Terracan Smart
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2902 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 89 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97.1 mm 63.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98 mm 63 mm
Top Speed 166 km/hour 135 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1119 kg 720 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 2600 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 1820 mm